Prerequisites
This course is designed for those who have no prior experience in learning Chinese. You will also need access to a computer/smartphone with a camera and microphone.
Objectives
Upon completion of the A1 level, you will have acquired a basic level of proficiency in Chinese corresponding to level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). At this level, you will be able to introduce yourself, ask others about their names and where they live. You will understand and use simple words and phrases related to your needs or concrete everyday situations. You will be able to have conversations with someone speaking slowly and clearly.
Course Content
- Common words and simple phrases
- Introducing yourself
- Asking simple questions and understanding simple answers
- Basic grammar
- Speaking and writing in Chinese on simple topics
- Learning pinyin - the phonetic representation of Mandarin using latin letters
- Cultural and social aspects of the language-speaking countries
Course Structure
The instruction will primarily be in Chinese, with a focus on oral communication, using English as instruction language. We will base the lessons on practical situations and work with pair and group exercises, listening comprehension, and conversation. Active participation is expected, and you will have ample opportunities to influence the content and structure of the course. Expect a few hours of homework between sessions.
Teacher
Your teacher has Mandarin as their first language and is an experience Chinese as a second language teacher.
Course Literature
HSK Standard Course 1 Textbook and Workbook (Chinese and English Edition) 2014 by Jiang Liping. Course literature is not included in the fee. However, we recommend waiting for the course start notification before purchasing the book.
Dates
The course runs for 7 weeks and starts on April 9th with a 1,5-hour lesson online each week. The last online class takes place on May 28th.
Note! No lesson in week 16 because of the Easter holiday.
Important Booking Information
The last day to register is one week before the course starts. Although it is possible to register after this date, we need a minimum number of participants to run the course. So make sure to register a week before the start date to ensure the course takes place. Payment is required at the time of booking. If you have a foreign bank card, please contact the language department to request an invoice instead.
Questions?
Do you need a different setup? Contact our language department:
sprak.umea@folkuniversitetet.se
Kursledare
Jennifer Feng Gao
Learning Chinese is not just learning the language, but also how Chinese people think, live, and love.
I am Jennifer from Beijing. As a Mandarin Chinese teacher, I very much enjoy answering all kinds of questions from my students about China. It is fun to talk about the language, culture, food, history, geography, or just anything strange or funny. All those questions make the students better understand China, Chinese people, as well as the language.
I started to work as a full-time teacher in 2015, and before I moved to Sweden, I had taught over 150 students from more than 30 countries. And now I also enjoy teaching my mother language in a new country, and to share the great Chinese culture here in Sweden.
My university major was law. Photography is the hobby I love the most. I also play the Chinese instrument pipa. I believe that all the things you learned would help you to find a new way to think of your life, probably a new language too!
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